Group
Occupation
313931 Biomedical Technician
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
313931 Biomedical Technician
Tests, calibrates, repairs, services and maintains biomedical equipment using a variety of tools and computer applications to keep biomedical machinery operating in optimal conditions.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill level: 2
Main tasks
- Conducts scheduled maintenance, quality control checks and electrical safety inspections of biomedical equipment to ensure safe and effective operation
- Installs and calibrates biomedical equipment or components
- Demonstrates and assists with the operation of specialised biomedical equipment
- Cleans, repairs and replaces biomedical equipment when necessary